Strategic environmental assessment (SEA) is undertaken much earlier in the decision-making process than project environmental impact assessment (EIA), and it is therefore seen as a key tool for sustainable development. The Protocol also provides for extensive public participation in government decision-making in numerous development sectors.

Watch a short introduction to the Protocol on Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in English , in Russian or in Ukrainian. The video presents the SEA process set out in the Protocol, together with its benefits and potential as a tool for greening economies.